Job description
We are inviting applications for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD student) position in Antenna Engineering. The main research topic will be antenna engineering including RF engineering, including but not limited to topics such as:
- Mobile phone antenna design and electromagnetic simulations
- Prototype manufacturing
- Extensive RF and antenna measurements utilizing anechoic chamber, RF measurement equipment and human phantoms
- RF circuit design
- Combining signal processing with antenna design
In this position, the candidate is expected to:
- carry out high-quality research on mutually agreed topics, as well as publish / present results in prestigious international scientific conferences or journals,
- complete a doctoral degree, including mandatory study credits required,
- assist in teaching tasks and undergraduate supervision (up to 5% of total working time).
The work will be supervised by Academy Research Fellow Mikko Heino.
The position is located in the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences in the Unit of Electrical Engineering. The work will be conducted on site, by default, as we encourage active participation to the local and vibrant research community. Partial remote work (, 1–2 days a week) is possible, as separately negotiated.
Requirements and further details
To qualify for this position, the candidate should have a master’s degree (or equivalent eligibility for doctoral studies) from electrical engineering, microwave engineering, or another applicable field by the start of employment. Master’s degree needs to be completed before the starting date of employment mentioned below. The candidate should possess a solid foundation in antenna design and RF engineering; and strong oral and written communication skills in English (including satisfaction of the language skill requirements of the doctoral program of the discipline).
Prior research experience is not mandatory but may be considered an advantage. The candidate should clearly state their motivation for pursuing a doctoral degree in the cover letter.
The successful candidate needs to apply for and be granted a study right for a doctoral degree in the doctoral program of the discipline at Tampere University. Please visit the for more information on eligibility requirements.
We offer
The expected starting date is September 1st, 2026, or as soon as possible. A trial period of 6 months is applied to all new employees. The duration of employment is until
The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance . According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of Doctoral Researcher is placed on level 2–4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for a Doctoral Researcher is approximately 2800 € / month. The salary increases based on experience and the progress of doctoral studies.
Location of the work is Tampere, Finland — the largest inland city in the Nordic countries.
About the research environment
The research will be conducted at the at Tampere University, Finland.
Finland is among the most stable, free and safe countries in the world, based on prominent ratings by various agencies. It is also ranked as one of the top countries as far as social progress is concerned. Tampere is counted among the major academic hubs in the Nordic countries and offers a dynamic living environment. The Tampere region is one of the most rapidly growing urban areas in Finland and home to a vibrant knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial community. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a centre of Finland’s information society. Despite its growth, living in Tampere is highly affordable. In addition, the excellent public transport network enables quick, easy and cheap transportation around the city of Tampere and university campuses. Overall, working and living at Tampere provides a unique combination of international and ambitious academic environment, easy access to city, culture, and the surrounding nature with large forests and lakes, and an environment that supports developing a healthy work-life balance.
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